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HCR 46

House concurrent resolution congratulating the Essex High School Hornets girls’ volleyball program on winning a fourth consecutive State championship

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Alyssa Black and 4 co-sponsors

Vermont legislature officially congratulates Essex High School Hornets girls' volleyball team for winning their fourth consecutive state championship through ceremonial resolution.

Adopted pursuant to Joint Rule 16b
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Bill Summary · HCR 46

Legislative bill overview

House Concurrent Resolution 46 is a commemorative resolution that officially congratulates the Essex High School Hornets girls' volleyball program for winning their fourth consecutive state championship. The resolution has no legislative effect—it is purely ceremonial and was adopted through Vermont's expedited consent calendar process.

Why is this important

While HCRs are symbolic rather than substantive, they serve an important civic function by formally recognizing student achievement and athletic excellence at the state legislative level. This type of recognition can boost school morale, celebrate community accomplishments, and create an official record of the achievement in legislative archives.

Potential points of contention

  • Use of legislative time: Some argue that state legislatures should focus exclusively on substantive policy rather than spending time on commemorative resolutions, though the consent calendar streamlines this process significantly.
  • Equity in recognition: Questions may arise about whether comparable achievements by other schools receive similar recognition, or whether some schools/programs are systematically overlooked.
  • Scope creep: If many such resolutions are adopted, they can accumulate and potentially dilute the distinction of legislative recognition.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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